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Travel can be such a drag over the holidays. Take a lesson from one German airline passenger who got a bit too into the spirit when faced with liquid restrictions in his carry-on. Cheers!

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When it comes to absinthe, you should exercise a bit more restraint -- this unusual cocktail could become a favorite all year round.

	Absinthe cocktail
	Photo: The Cocktail Chronicles

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Work off any hangovers outdoors: here's a roundup of this season's superior high-tech winter gear, from layers to keep you warm on the slopes to the best alpine binding from Marker Duke ($430).

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If the diamond-encrusted iPod strikes you as folderol, try a 14-karat gold version for about $20,000.

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Of course, you'll want to protect your investment, so check out this Austrian felted iPod case (a steal at $25), along with other handcrafted, last-minute gift ideas.

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That limited edition Harry Potter book will have to be crossed off the list, as it just went for nearly $4 million at a Sotheby's(BID) auction last week.

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You too can enter this Paris Hilton contest, supplying a caption for the glittering girl from her own recent words on how to be eco-conscious. Apparently, Paris turns the lights off when nobody's home.

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If Ms. Hilton is so concerned, you should book your trip to Antarctica while it's still frozen. For about $40,000, you'll explore the icy terrain and haunting seas of South Pole with scientists and historians, and be safely tucked into your luxurious ship cabin at night.

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Or warm up at home with the perennial Christmas favorite, gingerbread men. Like everyone else in your family, though, handle them with care.

	Won't someone think about how THEY feel?
	Photo: Cave Cibum

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